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I had larynx cancer 7 chemo treatments 35 radiation which caused a lot of damage .Like...

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Discussion: Seeking advice for eating challenges

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 21, 2024

Any ideas on how to accelerate the return of your taste buds after completing radiation treatments?...

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Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

Hi. Jano here from Jacksonville, FL. Almost 2 yrs in remission. Had tumor on the back...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174400/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2018

Have to agree that most will have their own unique experience and essentially find out along...

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Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 8, 2023

I received 35 standard radiation treatments in Portland Oregon @ Knight Cancer Center - part of...

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Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2023

I completed radiation in early September and I have very dry mouth, especially at night. I...

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Discussion: Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2022

Boost makes a dry powder . think Nestles quick. Same place in the store as boost....

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

I know you are worried. This will all take a while to get better. 1000 calories...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033572/

Discussion: Husband diagnosed with tonsil cancer: looking for tips and support

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2024

Many or I probably could say most patients go on a feeding tube during the most...

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Discussion: How to deal with constant stress and worry as caregiver?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2024

I cant eat anything out of a can. It tastes like the can. They also recommend...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887197/

Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

I had TORS surgery to remove base of tongue Cancer April 2023. Also had radical neck...

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Discussion: 30 gy radiation side effects

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 12, 2024

Hello . I was diagnosed with SCC HPV 16+cancer of base of tongue March 2023. Stage...

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Discussion: Seeking Support: First Mayo Appointment for Husband's Cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 4 3:27pm

I would concur with the others here, a few months although I had the taste of...

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Discussion: When will my sense of taste and smell return?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 16 3:38pm

May I ask what state your tongue is/was in and how long? My tongue is swollen...

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Discussion: 20 weeks Post Treatment What to Eat?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2024

I agree with Lori, hang in there. My tastes came back one at a time starting...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925065/

Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

My experiences have been similar to dennymayo. I am 18 months post-treatment and foods that are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1082104/

Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 6, 2024

Just another input here…. Finished surgery and same treatments Nov 23…. Frustratingly (is that a word?)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080715/

Discussion: Post Treatment Questions: low RBC and dealing with throat pain

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

How long ago were his radiation treatments? The reason for this question is that in some...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/875133/

Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

Hi That seems a good outcome and hopefully there is no major side effects for him....

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Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 11, 2016

@SRM....how did things work out for you? It's been more than 2 years since your post....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826756/

Discussion: 13 weeks post radiation and throat pain continues

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2023